Arsenal vs Chelsea: Separated by 6 Points & Top 4 Still Open, Gunners & Blues Clash in London Derby

Emmanuel Kwame Donkor Match Analysis 16 March 2025 Hits: 102

Arsenal, winless in their last three Premier League matches, aim to return to winning ways when they host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon in a game that will see two sides separated by only 6 points do battle.

Despite recent struggles, the Gunners remain in 2nd place and will look to stay there being only 3 points ahead of 3rd-placed Nottingham Forest while Chelsea, riding a four-game winning streak in all competitions, will look to close in on their London rivals.

🔴Arsenal Aim to Bounce Back against Tough Rivals | Home Win = 1.87💵

Arsenal’s title hopes have faded, but they remain in contention for a Champions League spot. Mikel Arteta’s men have won just two of their last seven matches across all competitions, raising concerns over their form.

With Real Madrid approaching in the UCL, and the point gap between them and the chasing pack in the league closing, Arsenal must rediscover their form after failing to score in two of their last three league matches, and this game offers a great opportunity to do that.

🔵Chelsea Look to Extend Winning Run at Tough Ground| Away Win = 4.57💵

Chelsea have won four consecutive matches in all competitions, including a 4-0 and 1-0 win over Southampton and Leicester respectively in their last two league games and a 3-1 aggregate win over Copenhagen in the Conference League.

Despite their strong home form, Enzo Maresca’s side have struggled on the road, losing their last three Premier League away games. A victory at the Emirates would signal a major statement in their top-four ambitions.

**Image from the last meeting between these two sides**

🔑Key Players & Team News📰:

Arsenal will be without Takehiro Tomiyasu, Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus due to injuries, while Raheem Sterling is ineligible. However, Gabriel Martinelli is fit and could start.

Chelsea remain without Nicolas Jackson, Noni Madueke, Marc Guiu, and Omari Kellyman, while Mykhaylo Mudryk is suspended. Malo Gusto is a doubt, and Reece James or Wesley Fofana could replace him at right-back.

🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.90💵

🏏Arsenal have beaten Chelsea in all their last two (2) league matches at the Emirates (3-1 & 5-0). | Specials Market: Home & Over 1.5 = 2.14

🏏Chelsea boast a 4-game winning streak with Arsenal winless in all their last home games in the EPL, FA Cup and Champions League. | Specials Market: Over 2.5 & Yes (GG/NG) = 2.23

With both sides eager for points to strengthen their league positions, Sunday’s clash at the Emirates promises to be an intense tactical battle with lots of fun moments for viewers.